Sharp

adj. 1 having an edge or point able to cut or pierce. 2 tapering to a point or edge. 3 abrupt, steep, angular. 4 welldefined, cleancut. 5 a severe or intense. b (of food etc.) pungent, acid. 6 (of a voice etc.) shrill and piercing. 7 (of words or temper etc.) harsh. 8 acute; quick to understand. 9 artful, unscrupulous. 10 vigorous or brisk. 11 Mus. above the normal pitch; a semitone higher than a specified pitch (C sharp).